Are you interested in applying your Swedish linguistic skills to create direct change in workplaces in the area of diversity, equity and inclusion? You may be the person we are looking for!
About us
At Develop Diverse, our vision is to normalise diversity through inclusive communication, enabling companies to create inclusive cultures and increase diversity in the workplace. We provide companies with a software platform that finds potentially biased language and suggests inclusive alternatives, along with the hard data to back up these recommendations. While we currently focus primarily on job ads, we aim to extend our platform to all types of text and all communication channels, for companies and people alike. Our customers include Amazon, Vestas and Maersk Tankers.
We are innovative and fun people who are very open-minded and aim for growth! We are also an equal opportunity employer. Not only that, but celebrating diverse voices and perspectives is how we operate, so creating an inclusive workplace is our number one priority.
Job description
We are looking for a Swedish speaking linguist to join our team as we expand our software and services to new countries and languages. You will be able to implement your academic knowledge hands on by directly participating in product development.
Your tasks will include:
Annotating linguistic data
Testing and reporting on the linguistic quality of the product
Sociolinguistic research (literature, corpus)
Curating the findings of said research
Translation of smaller units as well as short texts from English
Contributing to our theoretical frameworks
This is a full- or part-time and remote-friendly position.
Your profile
You work well with detailed tasks while you are also interested in keeping the wider context in mind. You are excited about knowing how your work connects to the social impact of the projects you are. a part of. You are also interested in language as a tool to effect social inclusion and equality.
You believe normalising diversity and empowering companies to be more inclusive is important, and you also share our key values of compassion, respect and integrity. At the same time, you would like to be an integral part of our team, grow your expertise, and further develop your skills with us and make every effort to ensure that our mission is effective.
In addition, you also have:
Fluent Swedish proficiency
Nuanced translation skills
Solid grasp of Swedish semantics and pragmatics
Detailed understanding of Swedish syntax and morphology
Experience in literature research and use of corpora
The skill to communicate and coordinate tasks with the rest of the team
Note for Remote Applicants
If you are applying as a remote candidate:
you must be working within the EU
you should be prepared to set up your own tax entity in your EU country and to be billed as a consultant if necessary
What we have to offer
A flexible professional growth path in your field while developing a commercial product with academic standards
Work towards a more equitable world
Work in a highly motivated, international, diverse, and creative team
Accessible workspace
If you fit the requirements and feel like this is the job you were looking for, please, do not hesitate and apply! Feel free to ask any questions by email or give us a call.
This job comes with several perks and benefits
Time is precious. Make it count. Morning person or night owl, this job is for you.
Get your caffeine fix to get you started and keep you going.
Easy access and treehugger friendly workplace.
Social gatherings and games; hang out with your colleagues.
Peckish after lunch? We got your back with soft drinks, treats and fruit.
You know how you perform best. Work from your couch, your favorite cafe or abroad when you feel like it.